missing (A2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈmɪsɪŋ/
Definition
Not present or found when expected or needed.
Examples
The train was missing one of its wheels.
A report stated that three passengers were missing from the flight.
He realized his wallet was missing after paying the bill.
How to Use missing
- missing out on (phrasal verb)
- To fail to get or take part in something good. — "Don't stay home; you're missing out on the fun."
- missing someone/something (prepositional phrase)
- To feel sad because someone or something is not with you. — "I am missing my friends from home."
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